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MBZ 3250

1972 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

132,143 mi
Last recorded132,143 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 350102,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBZ 3250
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 132,143 miles

nearside front floor panel corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2016 132,142 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported rubbers split (7.1.1)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front floor panel corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2015 130,691 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 129,292 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2013 127,285 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 126,160 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 126,130 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Fail 14 Nov 2011 126,113 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside front outer sill, nearside front floor, offside front chassis, boot floor & offside front inner wing all corroded but outside prescribed areas.

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 350?

Based on 11,867 MOT tests across 1,405 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
1,405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 748
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 543
brake binding 449
Headlamp aim too low 313
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 299
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MBZ 3250 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 102,326 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 350 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 748 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MBZ 3250, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MBZ 3250?

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What year was MBZ 3250 registered?

MBZ 3250 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 7 March 1972.

Is MBZ 3250 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBZ 3250 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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